Reconstructing History & Genealogy: Mom’s WWII Letters, In May 2017, Corinne Smith found her mother's stash of more than 100 letters from the 16 servicemen she had corresponded with in 1944-1945. Corinne began to trace the soldiers' family trees with one goal in mind: to return the letters in person to their children. This presentation links history and genealogy to present-day research and diligence. It revisits a time that we may not want to forget. And it may prompt others to wonder for themselves what treasures lurk in their own old family boxes, and how they can share the information with others.

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Art After Dark. 5:30pm. Come to the Parlin Children's Room for an evening of artmaking. This month we're making 8-page mini-zines!

For ages 7-12.

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Fun Friday: Paper Chain Challenge. Ages 5-12

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Put the finishing touches on your yarn dog and get ready give it as a gift, or keep it for yourself. This event is free and open to the public. However, supplies are limited to ten people. Please sign up at the Parlin Information Desk, or call (617) 394 2302. Ages 13+.

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10:00am - 12:00am

Computer Basics, Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics of how to start up and shut down a computer, navigate the operating system and applications, perform basic functions, learn how to pull up a word processor, and even use a web browser to navigate the internet! This class is intended for computer novices. This program is free and open to the public. By appointment only. Please call the Parlin Information Desk at (617) 394 2302 to register.

11:00am - 11:30am

Toddler and Pre-K storytime. Join us for a morning of stories, music, movement, and rhymes. For toddlers and pre-K and their grown-ups. No registration required.

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Murder Mystery Monday. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Surêté du Québec is called to the scene of a suspicious death in rural country south of Montreal. A woman has been found dead. The locals are certain it's a tragic hunting accident, but Gamache is certain the woman died at the hands of someone sinister. Still Life introduces the engaging hero, Inspector Gamache, a man of integrity and quiet courage, and the talented writer of traditional mysteries, Louise Penny. Copies available at the Parlin Circulation Desk. All adult mystery lovers welcome!

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Foreign Films - Monsoon Wedding. The rains are coming. You are invited to attend as one colorful, eclectic family gathers from all over the world for a traditional, non-stop four-day celebration as unpredictable as the monsoon season itself.

11:00am

Babytime. A story hour for the very young. Join us as we sing songs and make enjoy lapsit songs, interactive baby rhymes and simple stories followed by time to socialize for babies and grown-ups.

5:30pm - 6:30pm

LEGO Robotics. Ages 7-12.

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Computer Basics, Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics of how to start up and shut down a computer, navigate the operating system and applications, perform basic functions, learn how to pull up a word processor, and even use a web browser to navigate the internet! This class is intended for computer novices. This program is free and open to the public. By appointment only. Please call the Parlin Information Desk at (617) 394 2302 to register.

11:00am - 11:30am

Toddler and Pre-K storytime. Join us for a morning of stories, music, movement, and rhymes. For toddlers and pre-K and their grown-ups. No registration required.

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Parlin Book Group, Jean hasn’t said much about the crime her husband was suspected of. She's been the perfect wife, standing by her man, living with the accusing glares and harassment. Now her husband is dead. There’s no reason to stay silent. People who want to hear her story. They want to know what it was like living with him. There are always secrets in a marriage. However, the only lesson Jean has learned is that she can make people believe anything. Copies available at the Parlin Circulation Desk. All adult book lovers welcome!

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Foreign Films - Babette’s Feast, In celebration of Thanksgiving, we present a cinematic feast. Babette, a Parisienne refuge from the mid 19th century wars, is cook to austere spinsters in a frugal and religious Danish village. When her fortunes change, she offers the community a sensuous celebration of good food and wine.

11:00am

Sensory Stations. An alternative to a traditional story hour, children and their grown-ups are invited to investigate and explore using all our senses. Interactive stations might include water bins, moon sand, ice blocks, pom pom pouring, and more!. Best for ages 3-5, all are welcome. No registration required.